Features

On the features side of things, Coal has brought in a few handy designs. First up is the laser cut perforations that pepper both sides of the cap. These perforations are designed to keep you cool and promote airflow across your head. Next, you’ve got the moisture-wicking sweatband built into the liner of the cap. This sweatband works by keeping you brow free of any sweat, while also being made of durable and easy to clean materials.

This toggle system is unlike any we’ve seen on a trail running cap

Finally there’s the shock cord closure system found on the back of the cap. This toggle system is unlike any we’ve seen on a trail running cap. By neatly tucking the toggle off to the side of the cap, unwanted pressure points on the back of the head are avoided as it instead sits behind the softer sweat band. Thanks to the elastication of the cord, this also gives you a super-custom fit, depending on how tight or loose you prefer things.

Tester’s Verdict

Will Renwick, editor of Outdoors Magic

“I’ve worn this through a lot of different conditions and it’s been great in all of them. On hot and sunny days, the breathability was absolutely excellent, the sizeable peak kept the light off my eyes, and I didn’t overheat. In wet weather it kept the rain off my eyes and while it got damp it seemed to dry up really quickly. I never had any issues in windy weather either actually, with the elastic keeping it secure around my head but without ever feeling too constricting.”